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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1908
Page
5
A New Year's note from Mme Tiffany invites patrons to notice a line of ladies' goods with prices on certain items advertised as Way Down. The message asks customers to inquire about Woman's Exchange prices.
Andy Brown previews new jingles on page 1 while J Woit and S Hess, renowned opticians, are seen at the Hotel Chewawa. Mr Wolff formerly with King Optical Co of Spokane and Mr Hess trained in Germany. The firm now represents Parker Fountain Pen Pogue Drug Co. Begin the New Year by opening a Savings Account with the Columbia Valley Bank.
Readers may air general interest opinions in this space. Unsigned pieces are not considered but names may be withheld. The editor disclaims responsibility for correspondent views.
Oscar Redfield of Cashmere argues for rural parcel delivery with low rates to aid farmers and time savings, challenging express companies and city merchants. He cites local opinions, rail and mail rate contrasts, and the need to extend service to small offices, urging support against the parcel post opposition.
A. P. Kiser was elected president with J. W. Bromiley as secretary and trustees J. W. Dooneen L. J. Cowan and M. Clark. Regular meetings will be held first Monday evenings each month. Also notes on sales at Parshall's and Wenatchee Business College employment for students. Captain Fred McDermott left for up the river aboard the North Star.
Brief notice for R. E. Hastings offering drayage and transfer, both heavy and light, with contact phone 772 for industrial freight and moving needs.
The note mentions jingles priced at a dollar and credits Andy Brown as jingle editor. It announces a HALF TRICE SALE and a W C T U meeting at Mrs. McNeal’s home on Thursday January 9 1908 at 2 30 p m with no further details.
Freshments by Mrs. Hines and Miss Isabelle Duff preceded a social evening. Those aiding the hostesses and their husbands enjoyed dinner hosted by Mrs. Tibbits and a late gathering at 500. Mrs. E. M. Tupper and Mr. Guy Browne were the evening’s honored guests.
The narrator recalls a friend’s eloquent praise of Washington’s mountains Mount Ranier and the Cascades as plans for summer trips fade with the loss of John Rust. He muses that those who drink from distant landscapes must return, and hints at the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition as his own future journey.
Public notice states Pearl Grocery has been sold by Mr Holcomb to Mr C Burdick. All accounts due to date payable to P P Holcomb at his store on Wenatchee Avenue. The store will continue under the Pearl Grocery name.
The state plans a reformatory at Monroe to separate youths under 21 and, with judge discretion, under 30 from older criminals. Seattle is the chosen superintendent with a $1500 yearly salary, and $30,000 was appropriated with more expected. The five executive board members are non partisan.
J E Sarp harness and saddlery operates at 25 Wenatchee avenue beside Little and Wetzel’s Market offering leather goods saddles and horse equipment to local customers.
Earn weekly wages from $15 to $50 while learning millinery by a quick thorough method. Day and night classes, dormitory at the college, and opportunities to recover tuition costs. Room for student representatives. Send for circulars. FRISCO MILLINERY COLLEGE 9091 Yesler Way Seattle Washington.
A local shop showcases a full line of Gentlemen's Seal and Initial Rings with solid gold settings and attractive cuff links. The store also features a tempting range of jewelry including watches chains charms rings and brooches for both ladies and gentlemen in gold and silver.
Near the Bridg property a 90 foot by 1500 dollar lot on Wenatchee avenue offers two building sites. A 120 by 120 lot at the northwest corner of Wenatchee avenue Skagitst across from Beal mill is a good speculation. A warehouse lot with side track one block away is listed at 1000 dollars.
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